People have been left surprised this week after seeing the prices for fuel offered by a County Durham petrol station.

As those across the North East prepare to travel to meet their loved ones this Christmas, many have been left with difficulty of finding affordable fuel amid the cost-of-living crisis.

With this, many were pleased to notice the low prices offered by Etherley Moor Jet garage today (December 16) in Bishop Auckland.

Many were left overjoyed at the price slash by the G W Holmes & Son petrol station - with prices for unleaded and diesel as low as 139.7 and 159.7 per litre respectively.

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Cars have been pictured queuing outside of the station, looking to stock up on the low-cost fuel.

On social media, residents were delighted with the prices and talked about their plans to visit.

One happy resident said: "Thought we were doing great at Chilton Jet down to 143.9, you guys are bloody marvellous."

While another said: "So nice that garages are dropping their prices and showing the big boys up for what they are, so thank you, every penny helps."

Another said: "Went down on Sunday, £143.9 but had ran out and I'm not surprised at those prices."

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Meanwhile, RAC listed the average price across the UK for unleaded at 153.7, while diesel came to 176.8.

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Adding to this, the RAC have said these prices are expected to fall sharply.

According to GoCompare, the cheapest price for unleaded fuel in Teesside is 148.9, Darlington is 143.9, and Newcastle at 148.9.

Additionally, the cheapest diesel prices for these areas sit at 168.7, 171.7, and 171.9.

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